November Already

Our friends Chad and Debbie came up from Tucson and brought their boat this weekend. The closest lake to them is Lake Pleasant which works great for us because its less than 15 minutes from our house. The kids rode on the banana and loved it. The girls kept giving Chad the thumbs up to go faster and poor Neal (the designated rider) couldn't wait for it to be over. When they were dumped into the 65 degree water we all awaited the tears but were pleasantly surprised with clapping from both of them. It was a hit, thanks uncle Chad!

Two of my best friends!

This is after I landed my back flip!!!!!
Chad dumped them right after this picture. They loved it! Well, the girls did.
Two thumbs up...........hold on Kyson!

Halloween and the Trunk or Treat

Kennedy at her Halloween parade at school. They paraded around the whole school and then went back to their class for a party and crafts. She looked so cute and everyone loved her costume.

Kyson turned 3!

Kyson is really into dinosaurs right now so we had a dinosaur party for him at the park. By the looks of these pictures you would never believe he had a good time but he really did love it. We were lucky enough to have Bret and Amberly out here with us to celebrate.
Kyson is such a fun kid to have around and always keeps us laughing. He is a pretty mellow kid (unless he is trying to wrestle Boston) and is really good to go with the flow of things. He loves to tease his sister every chance he can because he knows her tears are really close to the surface, and when those come he is victorious!
He finally loves to go to nursery and every week it is a guessing game as to what the snack will be. On the way to church we all have to take a guess as to what we think the snack is and on the way home he is so excited to declare the winner.
I still have 3 years with him before he starts kindergarten and somedays I admit 3 years seems like forever, but for the most part I am so glad he will be around. I don't know what I would do without him.

The Many Faces of Kyson

Love this boy! Here is the little conversation I had with him the other day.

Mom: Kyson, you need to get down so you don't crack your head open.
Kyson: Thats okay,if I crack my head open then you can get all the candy out!

First day of school

My little girl started school last week and loves every minute of it. In our school district Kindergarten is all day with a choice to come pick them up before lunch for a half day. I asked her if she wanted to just do a half day, and she looked at me like I was idiot. On the first day of school I was so worried about forgetting to send her with lunch that I forgot to feed her breakfast. So I was not only a basket case as I left her but once I remembered she didn't eat you can imagine my morning. 5 days later I still cry when I drop her off and lose her in the crowd of kids. Every morning she says to me, "mom, I'll be just fine......I'll see you at 3:00." (wait....who is the mother?) What would she say if she knew I drive by the school at recess to see if I can see her on the playground. She loves her teacher and loves the fact she has red hair just like her. She has met a lot of new friends and thinks she's pretty cool eating lunch in the cafeteria. We will see how long the love for cafeteria food lasts. Love you Kenna!

Oregon

We were able to meet my family up in Oregon for the week. It was so nice to get out of the heat and enjoy the cooler weather up there. High's in the 60's are perrrrrrrfect for me. Tillamook cheese factory, crabbing, lighthouses, sand dunes, tide pools, are a few things we did while we were there. Loved it!

Random Happenings

The Boss-Man
My adorable niece Logan and my brother
Uncle Shane and Kennedy
I cant figure out who Kyson looks like????

Wedding in Spokane

My brother got married in Spokane this summer and it was the most beautiful place I have ever been. The luncheon was at the Coeur d'alene golf course and that was a sight to see. We sat right here by the floating green and watched after they would T off their caddy would drive them out in a boat to the green. The picture doesn't even do it justice. The scenery was amazing! Welcome to the fam Amberly, we love you and couldn't have asked for anyone better for Bret.

Goodbye to Friends

One last disney/universal trip

The 2 graduates!

We are so proud of both of you. You did it, way to go!!!

super man

April Happenings

Its been a while since I've posted anything and it would take forever to catch up on all the things going on. So here's the shortened version......Trip to Utah, trip to Argentina, trip to Arizona, back to Utah for a Jazz game, Western Boards, Easter, selling our condo, trying to rent our condo, cleaning carpets, packing up the house, changing diapers, trying to find a house in Arizona, did I mention cleaning carpets?, Arizona state licensing test, researching elementary schools, BBQ's, school, and 3 kids! Just to name a few.

Baby Boston

He's Here! 20 hours of labor later baby Boston made his way into the world. Although it was a long day I couldn't have asked for a more precious gift. We love him so much and are so greatful to have him in our family. Welcome to the world little one!

The Brother!

Wannado City

For Kennedy's birthday instead of doing a party I let her choose a friend to take to Wannado City. We've wanted to go since we moved here but we were told its better if they are a little older and can understand more. Its set up like an entire city with lots of different jobs for them to role play. When you walk in they give the kids a "check" for $100 dollars that they have to take to the bank and get cashed. And then depending on the job they choose to do they earn more money that they can spend at different shops within the city. They have a jewelry store where you can buy jewelry. A candy store that you can make your own candy. The salon where you can either work and do nails to earn more money, or pay your money to have your nails done. A pretend fire in a building and when the fire stations called they jump in the fire truck and they drive them to the fire. They have a real fire hose the kids get to hold and spray the fire. The way they have it set up is so cute and the girls felt pretty special. Here are a few pictures of some of the careers they did.


Chef



Cashier







Nail Tech


Fire Fighter




Fashion Model

I need help...

As youl know, I'm having a boy and I'm having the hardest time coming up with any names for this poor little guy. So I'm asking y'all to keep your ears open to some cute names and send them my way. Here lies the problem.............I have a few restrictions. It has to be more than one syllable due to the one syllable last name. For example: Neal Baugh....... not the best combo. I'm also trying to stay away from the "K" names since I already have 2 of those. Picky I know. Neal thinks he has it already picked out so I need to find something else to replace it. So if you could send me your lists of cousins, nephews, neighbors, friends, and so on I would greatly appreciate it.
XOXO

Happy Birthday Kennedy!

I cant believe my little girl turned 5! I remember being pregnant with her and it seems like yesterday. I don't know what I would do without her. She is my best little friend who keeps me laughing and humble all at the same time. She is such a sweetheart and is always concerned about other people and I love her for that. Her teacher tells me she has to be so careful at school when someone is in trouble because Kennedy gets more upset than the person in trouble. She says that after she talks to the person in trouble she has to sit Kennedy down and explain to her why that person got in trouble and assure her that they will be just fine. She is so thoughtful and is always looking for things to do around the house to help me. I couldn't have asked for a better sister for Kyson. She is so patient with him, and includes him in all that she is doing. Kennedy I love you so much and I am so grateful to have such a pretty princess for a girl! Thanks for all you do for me, and especially your awesome example. I love you princess and I hope you have a happy birthday!!!!!

Kennedy 4 years